MFG Setup Technician 2nd shift $1.00/hr. Shift Differential + 10% quarterly Incentive (3:30pm - 12:00am)

Atkore•Kokomo, IN

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values. Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader. We are currently searching for a MFG Setup Technician to be based out of Kokomo, IN reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor. This person will be responsible for the setup of production machines based on manufacturing machine scheduling.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Experienced with machine setup and operation
Knowledge of production procedures
Ability to read blueprints/shop drawings, schematics, and manuals is preferred
Forklift certification is strongly preferred
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to multitask
Handle heavy equipment
Work independently or as a team
Troubleshooting skills
Possess excellent detail accuracy and organization skills
All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability

Nice To Haves

Experience in steel manufacturing is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with a company mission statement, core values, and other standards of conduct
Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment
Must be able to work 8-10 hours shift and overtime
Assists team members with technical issues and troubleshooting
Operate/monitor multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops
Perform Tool and Die changes for all machines
Ensure all processes are carried out with the required use of safety controls and PPE
Cross train in different areas of the shop as required
Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment
Reading and interpreting blueprints
Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high-quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
Accurately setup and log changeovers to communicate and prep between shifts
Ensure all operating procedures, and PPE requirements are being followed
Participate in problem-solving with run rate achievements
Standard work training, 5S, lean sustainment, and problem-solving
Support and actively participate in the continuous improvement
Track and analyze data and implement changes for improving plant operations
Participate in Lean Daily Manufacturing and 5S activities and promotes the plant Lean culture
All other duties as assigned